4.46 UNIFORM

POLICY FOR ST JOHN’S LUTHERANPRIMARY SCHOOL

Rationale:

  • A uniform dress code reinforces in students a pride in their own appearance, instils recognition of themselves as an integral part of the school community, and assists in developing pride in representing their school. Issues of equality, health and safety, and expense are also factors that contribute to the establishment of the Dress Code.

Aims:

  • To promote equality amongst all students.
  • To further develop a sense of pride in, and identification with our school.
  • To provide durable clothing that is cost effective and practical for our school environment.
  • To maintain and enhance the positive image of the school in the community.

Implementation:

  • School Council has developed a Dress Code that we believe provides choice for the students, allows for students to safely engage in the many varied school activities, and caters for the financial constraints of families.
  • The Dress Code applies during school hours, while travelling to and from school, and when students are on school excursions.
  • Summer and winter uniforms, as well as sports uniforms will be prescribed, and are required to be worn. A Brochure has been published to show the correct school uniform in each case. This brochure is to be given out, or made aware, to parents on a regular basis.
  • Stud earrings and sleepers worn in the ears, plus watches and a simple chain with a cross are the only acceptable jewellery.
  • Extreme hair colours (eg: green, pink or purple rinses) and/or extreme hairstyles are not permitted.
  • Hair should be kept neat and tidy and not interfere with a child’s ability to do school work or activities.
  • Only scrunchies in the school colours or design are to be worn
  • Other than clear nail polish, cosmetics may not be worn at school.
  • The only headwear that is acceptable is our School prescribed Sunsmart hat which is consistent with our Sunsmart policy. They must be worn outside throughout the year. Hats are not to be worn inside.
  • The School discourages the wearing of any items of clothing containing a logo or branding that is not school uniform.
  • The Uniform Shop operates a Second hand service for parents for resale of good quality second hand uniforms.
  • The student Dress Code, including details of uniform items and places of purchase, will be published in the newsletter at the start of each year or at the start of each season.
  • School Council requires the Principal be responsible for implementation of the Dress Code in a manner consistent with the Student Code of Conduct.
  • Parents seeking exemptions to the Dress Code due to religious beliefs, ethnic or cultural background, student disability, health condition or economic hardship must apply in writing to the School Council for consideration.

Evaluation:

  • This policy will be reviewed as part of the school’s three-year review cycle.

This policy was last ratified by School Council in.... 30/7/2007